ピシッと

Alternative writings: ぴしっと
Frequency:
1

With a sharp, cracking sound; suddenly and crisply (as if with a snap or slam).

AdverbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

風でドアがピシッと閉まった。

The door slammed shut with a sharp crack from the wind.

鞭がピシッと音を立てた。

The whip cracked sharply.

重い本をピシッと机に置いた。

He put the heavy book down with a sharp thud.

2

Firmly; sharply; sternly — indicating a crisp, disciplined action or attitude.

AdverbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

先生がピシッと生徒を叱った。

The teacher sternly scolded the student.

彼はピシッとした態度で指示を出した。

He gave instructions in a crisp, no-nonsense manner.

朝からピシッと背筋を伸ばしている。

He's keeping his back straight and looking sharp from the morning.

3

Precisely; neatly; properly — doing something with neatness or precision.

AdverbIrregular VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

シャツの襟をピシッと直して出かけた。

He straightened his shirt collar neatly and went out.

書類をピシッと揃えて提出した。

He handed in the documents neatly organized.

面接にはピシッとした服装で行きなさい。

Go to the interview dressed sharply/neatly.